Faust, Alice L.

Alice L. Faust, age 93, of Stevens Point, WI died peacefully July 18, 2017 at the Seasons of Life hospice care in Woodruff, WI.

Alice was born August 27, 1923 to the late Harry and Marcella (Ranney) Peet in Richwood, OH. Her family moved to Madison, WI where she grew up, attended the local schools, and graduated high school. She completed her undergraduate studies in Madison before enlisting into the US Navy.

She was inducted into the U.S. Navy in 1944. Alice's duties began with administrative work but after unrelenting training, she became a first-class Aerographer. Alice was honorably discharged in 1946.

Following her military service, Alice served as a Methodist Missionary in Chile for 3 years. Alice's final year of missionary led her to Santiago College where she taught young children English and music. Subsequently, she returned to the U.S. and to her studies. Alice ultimately completed her master's degree and doctorate in Theater.

Alice worked for the Madison School District, followed by employment stints at Temple University and the University of Maryland before coming to the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in 1961. While at UWSP, Alice taught Communications and Theater until 1985.

She met Gilbert Faust while working at the university and married him in 1971. He preceded her in death in 1995.

Alice will be remembered for her appreciation of the Arts. She had a passion for music and theater, and enjoyed singing and performances. Alice also took pride in her military service and relished her opportunity to visit the World War II Memorial through the Never Forgotten Honor Flight organization. Alice's appreciation for education was second to none. She enjoyed educating others, as well as being educated.

Survivors include her step daughters, Katherine Faust and Marjorie (Brian) Rozumalski; grandchildren, Adam (Amy) Rozumalski, Anna (Corey) Backhaus, and Elizabeth (Adam) Schemm; 7 great grandchildren; nieces, Barbara Larsen, Ruth Bain, Patricia Mack, and Linda Sampson; and extend family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gilbert; siblings, Marion Cotrell, Ruth Peet, Richard Peet, and Jane Hall; and nephews, Harry and Daniel Peet.

A Memorial Service will be held 1:00 p.m., Friday, Sept. 1, 2017 at Boston Funeral Home Followed by a Time of Visitation and light refreshments at the funeral home. Interment was held in Forest Cemetery in Stevens Point.

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Published by Stevens Point Journal from Jul. 27 to Aug. 28, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Jean Campbell Watkins

June 2, 2018

Alice was a wonderful person; Kathy &
Marjie were lucky to have her in their lives. Apologies for writing this almost a year later. I live in the Kansas City area & didn't know Alice had died. Alice always treated me so well, and she remembered me when I came to visit Kathy. What a great life Alice had. I'll remember her always.

Jan Lea James-Eudaly

February 6, 2018

Alice...you were a huge presence in my life, at UWSP and for 40+ years afterward. While I will remember so much, I will cherish most our last dinner together at Bernard's with Chris Smith and Jeri Krohn, fellow students from the early 1970s.

You both taught and touched so many of us, changing our lives forever. With full hearts and many tears we say "Thank you." Make beautiful Angel music.

Frieda Myszkowski

August 29, 2017

My dear friend Alice you will be missed. You always came into my place of work to drop off your film & never forgot to ask about my son, Bruno! You were so happy to hear he was welder, thank you for being my friend.

August 17, 2017

My Sincere Condolences To The Family.

Susan Murphy

August 8, 2017

Dear Alice, You are a gem. One of a kind and a truly good human being. I was so appreciative of your candor and fun when I was a theatre student at point. I was grateful for the job you gave me to help me earn my keep. I marvelled at how you kept in touch with us for so many years after we graduated and really cared about what went on in our lives. Rest well. Make sure those angels hit their marks and chant clearly. With Much Love, Susan Vagnoni Murphy (Class of 82)

Keith Iris

July 31, 2017

I remember her while I was growing up...first as "Miss Pete"...and then after her marriage. Last time I saw her was in Westfield at the Pioneer where she and Gil were having lunch...Safe travels, Alice...

Berray Billington

July 30, 2017

RIP Alice, she was my advisor, teacher and friend. I will remember her collection of crazy earrings. I think the saltine crackers were my favorite. She instilled in me a love of theatre and respect for the craft. She was a great lady.

B. Ebben

July 28, 2017

Alice, keep them happy in the after. Thank you for showing me I had my own mind. Love and best to your family.

Mike Worman

July 26, 2017

The easiest security question in the world for me is "Who was your favorite teacher?" Hands down whether English, Speech or Drama it was Alice. The years living at Keystone Corner, traveling in Europe, visits to cottages - the list goes on. My decision to spend 46 years living abroad was influenced by Alice's stories. Rest in peace favorite teacher and friend.
Mike Worman

Beth Radtke

July 21, 2017

Alice was my advisor, teacher and friend 1981 to 1983. She had wonderful stories, crazy earrings and a love for teaching. Years later, when I was in town with a Community Theatre show from Wausau that we brought to Sentury, Alice attended the production and came to talk with me and it was if we had never been apart. She was a tough, terrific lady and will be missed by all that knew her.

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